August 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Byron Bay. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 20°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Byron Bay this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Byron Bay
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Byron Bay Weather Forecast for August 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.4°C. 13% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Byron Bay in August
Based on historical data for August 16, Byron Bay typically experiences temperatures between 12.5°C and 20.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Byron Bay
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.5°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
13%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
31%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1018.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Byron Bay Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 38 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 57 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 95 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.2°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
Busy
76/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~55
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Byron Bay
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:18
☀️ Noon
12:51
🌇 Sunset
18:24
⏱️ Daylight
11h 5m
Wind Speed
16.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Byron Bay
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Byron Bay on August 16 averages 20.4°C with a 13% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Byron Bay Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Byron Bay Worth Visiting on August 16?
Planning a trip to Byron Bay on August 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.4°C with a 13% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 55 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 20.5°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.55m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.4°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 8.9°C in 2025.